Registered Nurse (RN)

SQ Med Staffing; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Travel and housing assistance

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) for a critical care role in California. The position requires at least two years of ICU or ER experience. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, developing care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must have ACLS and BLS certifications. The role offers competitive pay and travel assistance if applicable, making it a great opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of current ICU or ER experience.
• Proficient in reading Telemetry Strips.
• Successful completion of a Basic Dysrhythmia exam is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Document patient care from admission through discharge.
• Administer medications and ensure patient safety.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities.
• Provide excellent customer service and advocate for patient needs.
• Teach, delegate, and direct nursing staff as needed.
• Stay updated on advances in patient care.
• Contribute to nursing policies, procedures and QA activities.
• Respond to emergencies including Code Blue/Code Red activations.

Skills

ICU experience

ER experience

Telemetry Strips reading

Customer service

Education

ACLS certification

BLS certification

MOAB certification

NIH certification

Tools

ACLS (American Heart Association)

BLS (American Heart Association)

MOAB certification

NIH certification

Job description

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU & ER

About Us: We are a leading healthcare staffing agency dedicated to connecting qualified healthcare professionals with exceptional opportunities. Our client, a respected healthcare facility in California, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) with critical care experience to join their team.

Position Summary

As a Registered Nurse in the Critical Care Unit, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include assessing patient conditions, developing care plans, administering medications, and ensuring patient safety. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver care in accordance with established standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Document patient care from admission through discharge, following the Nursing Process.
• Administer and document medications, demonstrating knowledge of dosages, drug interactions, and incompatibilities.
• Practice safety measures in all patient care activities.
• Provide excellent customer service and advocate for patient needs.
• Teach, delegate, and direct both professional and non-professional nursing staff.
• Stay updated on new developments and therapeutic measures in patient care.
• Participate in the development of nursing policies and procedures, as well as Quality Assurance activities.
• Respond to emergency situations, including Code Blue and Code Red activations.
• Protect patients' rights to privacy and confidentiality.
• Perform any related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of current ICU or ER experience.
• Ability to float to telemetry and stepdown units, as required.
• May be required to care for COVID+ patients.
• Travel nursing experience is strongly encouraged.
• Proficiency in reading Telemetry Strips.
• Successful completion of a Basic Dysrhythmia exam (Required).
• ACLS (American Heart Association) certification.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification.
• MOAB certification.
• NIH certification.
• COVID Vaccination and booster shots are encouraged.
• Declinations are accepted but require COVID testing twice a week at the traveler/agency's cost.
• Competitive compensation.
• Travel and housing assistance (if applicable).